Many of us don't need to be sold on the health benefits of avocados. But did you know studies show that people who eat avocados are over-all healthier than their counterparts? Maybe this research will give those non-avocado eaters incentive to cross over and give this nutrient-packed green fruit a second look!

The avocado is considered to be one of the healthiest foods around because they contain over 25 essential nutrients, including vitamin A, B, C, E, & K, copper, iron, magnesium, phosporus, and potassium. The avocado also contains more natural fiber than any other fruit and contains protein, and several beneficial phytochemicals such as beta-sitosterol, glutathione and lutein, which may protect against various disease and illness.